In this episode of the Birthing Instincts Podcast, Blyss was experiencing issues with her wifi so Stu tackled the topic of blood transfusions solo. He discusses the challenges and alternatives to blood transfusions, particularly focusing on the concerns of patients who decline blood products due to personal, medical, or religious reasons. The episode covers recent studies on the risks associated with transfusions, explores iron replacement, erythropoiesis-stimulating agents, and the use of tranexamic acid (TXA). It also delves into the controversial topic of blood safety in the COVID-19 era, presenting contrasting views on the potential risks of receiving blood from vaccinated donors.
Mentioned in This Episode
Raquel’s Interview with the Breech Birth Podcast
Stu’s Interview on the Rewire for Birth Podcast, Ep 56
Birthing Instincts Patreon Community
About Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding
David Hayes Substack: All things in moderation?
Transfusion Replacement Strategies in Jehovah’s Witnesses and Others Who Decline Blood Products
Blood Transfusion 2: Alternatives to blood transfusion
NIH: Alternatives to blood transfusion
The Science Behind Transfusion Safety in the COVID-19 Era
In This Episode
Transfusion Replacement Strategies for Jehovah's Witnesses
Balancing Risks and Benefits of Anemia Treatments
Use of Tranexamic Acid (TXA) to help prevent blood loss
Artificial Blood: The Elusive Substitute
Preoperative Considerations for Surgery
Blood Draws and Minimizing Blood Loss
Pregnancy and Postpartum Hemorrhage
Alternatives to Blood Transfusion
Preoperative Autologous Donation
COVID-19 and Blood Transfusion Safety
Podcast Produced by: Raquel Hernandez, Pride and Joy Doula Care
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